In this episode of The Creative Niche, we sit down with Father Tim Kummerer of All Saints Parish in New Riegel, Ohio, to reflect on his years of ministry, his time serving in Zimbabwe, and the deeply moving Matthew 25 window project his parish entrusted to our studio.

Father Tim shares how his grandfather sparked his lifelong love for “the things of the church,” and how that heritage eventually led him to the priesthood. He also recounts a powerful moment in a Zimbabwean village during a devastating drought, a lesson in humility and justice that shaped his entire approach to ministry. In his words: “Just because you think you know the way… watch carefully. Don’t think you have the only solution.”

We also explore the process of bringing a multi-parish community together through a unified window theme rooted in Matthew 25. Father Tim reflects on the committee’s vision to portray the Corporal Works of Mercy through modern day people, encouraging all who enter the sanctuary to see themselves in the parable.

00:00 Welcome & Guest Intro: Father Tim Kummerer 

00:49 Father Tim Shares His Ordination Story 

10:30 Father Tim Shares Defining Moments in His Priesthood 

17:04 Inside the All Saints Window Project

26:58 The Window Theme Explained: Based on Matthew 25 with Modern Clothing & Contemporary Style 

45:01 Discussing the Blend of Liturgical Art with the New Stained Glass 

47:23 Final Thoughts & Closing Discussion

In this episode of The Creative Niche, Jason sits down with Gustavo Lazara, North American representative for Tecglass, an industry leader in digital glass printing technology.

From their headquarters in northwest Spain, Tecglass designs and manufactures both the digital printers and ceramic inks that make permanent, full-color glass designs possible. Together, Jason and Gustavo discuss how this technology is transforming the art-glass industry, from architectural installations and automotive design to the stained glass windows and memorial columbaria produced by Window Creations and Crystal Creek Glass in the United States.

This conversation explores what happens when craftsmanship meets innovation, where centuries-old stained glass artistry intersects with modern digital precision. Gustavo also shares how Tecglass’s vertically integrated process ensures quality from start to finish, and how this partnership helps bring faith-filled, enduring works of art to life in churches and cemeteries across America.

Time Stamps 

00:00 Introducing Our Guest, Gustavo Lazara 

03:02 Getting to Know Gustavo 

05:51 Gustavo's Top Travel Tips: Must-See Spots in Spain

08:55 Spain vs Ohio Weather 

09:43 Our Tecglass Partnership and Their Innovative Impact 

11:47 Inks that Stand the Test of Time 

14:50 High-Quality Printing with Less Ink 

15:55 Easy Maintenance and Stunning Color Accuracy 

18:06 A Unique Tecglass Client 

19:03 Artists, Teams, and Tech: The Hidden Effort in Printing 

20:34 Stained Glass Expertise Meets Innovation 

21:19 Innovation that Spans Generations

22:47 Serving Churches Big and Small: Affordable Solutions 

24:50 Digital Glass Printing: Growth Potential 

27:26 This History of Tecglass 

29:31 Tecglass: What's Coming Next 

31:51 Should you Invest in Digital Glass Printing 

33:37 Reflections on our Tecglass Partnership

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Modern columbaria are entering a new era—one defined by color, precision, and strength. In this episode of The Creative Niche Podcast, Reggie and Jason from Crystal Creek Glass share how tempered printed art glass is reshaping memorial architecture as a durable, elegant alternative to granite.

They discuss how this material combines structural integrity with artistic freedom, allowing for vivid imagery that endures for generations. From concept to installation, their team is transforming how cemeteries and memorial gardens honor life through design.

Topics covered:

· Innovation in columbaria and niche-front design

· The strength and resilience of tempered glass

· How color and artistry elevate memorial spaces

· Craftsmanship that connects beauty and faith

Subscribe for more episodes on faith-driven innovation, entrepreneurship, and the future of art glass.

Learn more: bstudios.net | crystalcreekglass.com

Time Stamps:00:00 What are Columbaria02:33 What Led Us to Columbaria04:35 Glass vs. Granite: Strength Comparison11:05 Exploring the Materials12:15 Why This is a Breakthrough for the Industry14:57 How We Develop the Artwork Concepts18:25 Built for Strength and Security21:16 What You Need for Installation22:45 How Columbaria Generate Income31:58 Replacement Parts and Support33:39 Our Vision for the Future

What happens when faith, family, and craftsmanship meet innovation?

In this first episode of The Creative Niche Podcast, Reggie and Jason from Window Creations and Crystal Creek Glass share how their family business is redefining stained glass: blending traditional artistry with cutting-edge technology to create sacred art for churches and memorial spaces.

From humble beginnings with a five-by-seven notepad to becoming leaders in digitally printed stained glass, their story is one of vision, hard work, and faith at the foundation. You’ll hear how they’ve combined craftsmanship and modern design to bring light, color, and meaning to sanctuaries, cemeteries, and beyond.

Topics covered:

•The family’s journey from start-up to multi-division studio

•How technology is reshaping stained glass and columbaria design

•Why faith remains at the heart of every project

•The legacy of doing what’s hard, and doing it with purpose

Subscribe for more episodes on faith-driven innovation, entrepreneurship, and the future of art glass.

Learn more: bstudios.net | crystalcreekglass.com